What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Interior Designer position at In Common With?
Overview
In Common With is a design studio built on collaboration between artists, materials, environments, and our community at large. Working together, we’re committed to redefining the familiar by bringing elevated materials, detail-oriented design, and unparalleled adaptability to furniture and lighting for all spaces.
We’re seeking a Senior Interior Designer to lead and execute a range of spatial and furniture projects — from internal showrooms to client homes — with a balance of creativity, sourcing expertise, and project management. This role spans internal environments, client-facing projects, vintage sourcing and restoration, and custom furniture/millwork design, requiring both vision and hands-on execution.
This is a senior, autonomous position for someone with strong design skills, sourcing experience, and the ability to manage projects from concept through installation.
Key Responsibilities
Sourcing (40%)
In Common With is a design studio built on collaboration between artists, materials, environments, and our community at large. Working together, we’re committed to redefining the familiar by bringing elevated materials, detail-oriented design, and unparalleled adaptability to furniture and lighting for all spaces.
We’re seeking a Senior Interior Designer to lead and execute a range of spatial and furniture projects — from internal showrooms to client homes — with a balance of creativity, sourcing expertise, and project management. This role spans internal environments, client-facing projects, vintage sourcing and restoration, and custom furniture/millwork design, requiring both vision and hands-on execution.
This is a senior, autonomous position for someone with strong design skills, sourcing experience, and the ability to manage projects from concept through installation.
Key Responsibilities
Sourcing (40%)
- Source one-of-a-kind vintage furniture, lighting, and decorative objects primarily for showroom sales, with occasional use in internal projects and client work.
- Oversee restoration, refinishing, and quality control for sourced pieces.
- Build and maintain relationships with dealers, galleries, and marketplaces.
- Maintain an organized inventory and sourcing library for ongoing use.
- Lead design and execution of interior projects across Quarters’ showrooms, offices, hospitality, and event environments.
- Develop floor plans, elevations, and design proposals for new builds, seasonal resets, and activations.
- Design showroom furniture, displays, and millwork.
- Manage vendors, materials, and fabrication to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of products.
- Translate conceptual sketches into technical drawings and oversee the fabrication process.
- Manage project budgets, sourcing spreadsheets, vendor timelines, and installation schedules.
- Maintain organized design documentation and records.
- Present design proposals internally and externally with clarity and precision.
- Lead client engagements where we are tasked with furnishing a room, apartment, or home.
- Create proposals, floor plans, and curated sourcing lists tailored to each client’s needs.
- Manage purchasing, vendor coordination, and installation of furniture and accessories.
- Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring a high-touch and design-forward experience.
- Own projects or processes and maintain accountability for results while ensuring high-quality outcomes.
- Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and organize work to prioritize effectively across teams or functions.
- Collaborate across teams, when necessary. to align resources, dependencies, and objectives and drive results.
- Identify inefficiencies in processes or projects and implement improvements to enhance effectiveness.
- Apply subject-matter expertise to provide guidance, insights, and influence outcomes beyond immediate responsibilities.
- Document and refine SOPs or core process workflows within your area to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and knowledge sharing.
- 4–7 years of relevant professional experience, with 1–3 years in a supervisory or project lead capacity.
- Bachelor’s degree in Interior design or architecture required; advanced degree is a plus.
- Proficiency in Rhino, AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Suite, Figma
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree is a plus.
- Proficiency in managing workflows, tools, and project management systems (e.g., Asana).
- Proficiency with Google Workspace.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with others across functions, and levels.
- Comfortable with ambiguity and change; able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to own work, meet deadlines, and follow through on commitments.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Open to giving and receiving feedback as part of a culture of growth and learning.
- Conducts work with integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
- A genuinely empathetic group. We have a non-negotiable no jerks policy. Being nice is free.
- This is a full-time position based in Tribeca, New York
- Hours are Monday–Friday from 9 am to 6 pm EST
- From $100,000 - $130,000 annual salary, commensurate with experience
- Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance (with 100% monthly premium coverage options), generous PTO, a 401(k) with employer match, and profit sharing.
Salary : $100,000 - $130,000